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The Knapsack - Feb. 5, 2015
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Knapsack Featured Sponsor
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 Lakewood BlueClaws Scout Nights 2015
Reach out to Kyle at 732-901-7000 ext 142 or at kvolp@blueclaws.com to book a 2015 Scout Night outing with the Lakewood BlueClaws!
Mention Garden State Council and get a FREE group photo on the field before your game! For the flyer and details click here. |
 Time to Register for Summer Camp!
Whether your Scout is into spy games, robots, knights or mysteries, GSC Summer Camps have something for everyone! For more information go to: www.gardenstatescouting.org/SummerCamp
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2015 Camperships are available: Deadline to apply - March 16 at 5 p.m. 
Attending Summer Camp is the pinnacle of any Scouting experience, but for some families the cost might put camp out of reach. The leadership of the Garden State Council recognizes this issue, and offers special funding in the form of Camperships to help defray the costs of camp for families in need. Campership funding is made possible by contributions to the annual Friends of Scouting (FOS) campaign, Trail's End Popcorn Sales, the Endowment Fund, other events, and from donations by individuals and organizations who understand the lifelong impact Summer Camp has on a Scout. To apply for a "Campership" and for details on the review process go to: http://www.gardenstatescouting.org/Camperships and click here for the Campership application. |
February Roundtable Round-Up 
BaySea - Monday, February 9, 7 p.m., Riggins Scout Resource Center, Millville (Dave Lyons and Mark Dienno - Cub Program Changes)
White Horse - Tuesday, February 10, 7 p.m., Glen Landing Middle School, Blackwood (Compassion, Aware & Care, Cultural Diversity)
Old Colony - Wednesday, February 11, 7 p.m., LDS Church, Sewell, NJ
Quakesen/Mahalala - Wednesday, February 11, 7 p.m., Rowan Scout Resource Center, Westampton (Cub Program Changes)
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Scouting Anniversary Week - February 8-14
February 8, marks the 105th Anniversary of the founding of the Scouting Movement. Celebrations often begin with the observance of Scout Sunday (Feb. 8) and end with Scout Sabbath (Feb. 14). Check with your local religious organization to arrange a special Scout Sunday/Sabbath event for your unit, this provides a great opportunity to present religious awards and medals, and bring public attention to Scouting in your community. For information about Council events go to the Religious Relationships Page on our GSC website. For ideas about creating your own celebrations see http://meritbadge.org/wiki/index.php/Scout_Sunday
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Religious Relationships Committee Events for Scouts 
The Religious Relationships Committee is offering a number of "Duty to God" events such as the Scouting Youth Ministry Retreat "Keep the Lamp Burning," Feb. 28, Battleship New Jersey, Camden (register by 2/26/15); Scout Sunday Mass, March 1, The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Camden; Mission: Possible - Diocese of Trenton-Catholic Committee on Scouting 60th Annual Retreat, March 13-15, Pine Tree Scout Reservation, Tabernacle; Annual 10 Commandments Hike, March 21. For an updated schedule of all activities and flyers for these and other events go to http://www.gardenstatescouting.org/religious-relationships |
 Venturing News
Effective immediately, Venturers working toward the Venturing Pathfinder Award will not have to complete the Project Management Training as stated in requirement #2. Beginning June 1, the Project Management Training requirement will be reinstated as a requirement for the Venturing Pathfinder Award. This training will be available at www.scouting.org/Training/Youth.aspx . The Venturing Summit Awards application will be available Feb. 9 at www.scouting.org/scoutsource/Venturing.aspx .
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Florida Sea Base Lottery Registration Open until February 15
The lottery for 2016 high adventures at the Florida National High Adventure Sea Base is open from Jan. 15 - Feb. 15, 2015. You must register for the lottery through the Sea Base website at www.bsaseabase.org
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Klondike Online Registration Closes Feb. 19
The 2015 Mahalala/Quakesen District Klondike Derby "Operation Polar Bear XV" will be held on February 20-22 at Pine Hill Scout Reservation. Come for the day or spend the weekend. There will be great arctic fun for all! Click here Online registration is open until Feb. 19. Walk-in registrations will be accepted at the event.
NOTE: Mayor's meeting on Feb. 7 will be a leaders walk-thru at camp. |
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Area 5 Journey to Excellence Conference - March 7
Calling all District Committee Members, Commissioners, Scouting Professionals and Scouters - If you are interested in improving the Scouting experience and getting the tools you need to achieve JTE Gold in 2015, don't miss this conference:  8 a.m. - 4 p.m., at Raritan Valley Community College, Branchburg, NJ. The cost is $30 per person (includes breakfast, lunch & materials). Keynote speaker: Gary Butler,Deputy Chief Scout Executive & Chief Operating Officer, National BSA. Register online by March 5 www.colbsa.org/area5 |
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Eagle Scout Recognition Dinner - March 15 
Did your Troop have any Eagles Scouts in 2014? Are they attending the Class of 2014 Eagle Scout Career Recognition Dinner? Has your troop submitted a congratulatory ad for the program book? Visit http://www.GardenStateScouting.org/EagleDinner for more information!
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 Save the Date: Old Colony District Dinner - March 25 Please submit your nominations by March 2. There are many new awards are available, check out the Old Colony web page for details. www.gardenstatescouting.org/old-colony
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 Quakesen District Camporee - April 24-26
Save the Date: Enjoy a weekend of "Olympian" activities and competition during this Camporee at Rancocas State Park. Merit Badge offerings (partials only) include: Conservation, First-Aid, Communications, and more. Fees: $18 per Scout, $10 per Adult ($5 late fee/per person after 3/1/15). Leaders Guide and registration will be available soon at http://www.gardenstatescouting.org/quakesen |
 "Say What?" Cub-o-Ree - April 25 - 26
Communication through the ages is the theme for this Quakesen District sponsored Cub-o-Ree. Join us for food, fellowship and fun at the Pine Tree Education and Environmental Center. This parent/son event includes lots of activities, outdoor fun, BB and archery, in addition to camping. This event is open to ALL Garden State Council Scouts. Space is limited! Register online as soon as you can!
Visit www.gardenstatescouting.org/quakesen for the flyer, prices and more information and click here to register online. Please register by March 28.
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Garden State Council Annual Recognition Dinner - April 30
Come Celebrate the 2015 Silver Beaver Recipients from Bay Sea, Mahalala, Old Colony, Quakesen, and White Horse Districts on Thursday, April 30, 2015: Social Hour 6-7 p.m., Dinner & Program 7 p.m., Adelphia Restaurant in Deptford, N.J. Ticket price: $45.00 per person, $90.00 per couple, $450.00 table of 10. Click here for the flyer and online registration link.
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 District Award of Merit NominationsDo you know an outstanding volunteer that contributes to the success of Scouting in yo ur District? Now is the time to recognize their efforts by nominating volunteers for the District Award of Merit. Contact your District Executive for nomination deadlines. Click here to download the nomination form. |
Philmont 2016 Registration Open - Spaces are limited! 
High Adventure Gold - Experience the adventure of a lifetime
GSC's next Philmont expedition: July 9 - July 24, 2016.
Philmont is back-packing, rock climbing, horse riding, black powder rifle shoot, spar pole climbing, mountain biking, 12 gauge shotgun shooting, burro packing and racing, archaeology, ropes and challenges, fishing, conversation, blacksmithing, geology and so much more! Do you think you are Scout enough for the ultimate Scouting challenge?
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 Wood Badge Training - Spring 2015 Calling all Scouting volunteers and leaders! Wood Badge Training is a great opportunity to learn and put into practice many great leadership skills that not only benefit Scouting, but also can be applied to your personal and work life. For information and to register go to: www.GardenStateScouting.org/WoodBadge |
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Special Offers for Scouts
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 Special Climbing Prices for Scouting Anniversary Week
In celebration of Scouting's 105th Anniversary, Elite Climbing in Maple Shade, NJ, is offering 50% off day passes or family packages from Feb. 2-6, 2015. For more information call (856) 273-1370, or email: contactus@eliteclimbing.com |
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Check out this new item!
 Impress in comfort, with this tricot lined gray and orange water resistant windbreaker. Other great features include a heat-seal BSAŽ logo at the left side of the chest and a reverse metal zipper that includes a fleur-de-lis zipper pull. Only $39.99. For information on other great deals, check out our winter celebrations ad. For more information visit our website at www.gardenstatescouting.org/scout-stores
Questions? Contact: Alyssa at the Westampton Store (609) 261-5850 x 219 or Teresa at the Millville Store (609) 327-1700 x 110.
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